Opinion

MSP income threshold Once again MSP (medical services plan) premiums have gone up, January 1, but it has been five years since the income threshold has been raised.

by Times Colonist Once upon a time (April 1, 2003, to be precise), the magic wand of government was waved over BC’s ferry system, turning it from a Crown corporation into a private entity, freeing it from the evil clutches of political interference a

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Just a few days before New Year’s Eve when traditionally people look forward to a new year, we are publishing an issue that reviews the past year.

Gap between wealth and health Over the past several decades the gap between the wealthy and the poor has exacerbated. Fortunately, it is also becoming more visible as in issue in politics.

by Allan Drummond In 2014 BC taxpayers and guest riders provided approximately $800 million in revenue to BC Ferries.

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For some time now, Boxing Day has been a shoppers’ holiday.

Failing grade for province Another cut to BC universities and colleges has been announced by the provincial government. This time they have cut funding for Adult Basic Education (ABE) [“Program helps students take next step,” July 3, 2013].

by Dr. Paul Martiquet If we told you that you could be in the same league as Sidney Crosby, Ryan Suter and a dozen other National Hockey League players, what would you say? Unfortunately, the “league” you would be joining is in the “Mumps Division.